Female Therapists in Valparaiso, IN
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Erin Wells
Counselor, MA, LMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Valparaiso, IN 46383
Waitlist for new clients
I believe all people can heal and change. I have witnessed profound growth in individuals struggling with lifelong, severe mental and emotional problems, and I am privileged to witness my clients' discovering their inner strength every day. Even if you feel hopeless, alone, and overwhelmed, if you're willing to reach out and engage the process of therapy, your path forward may be much brighter than you can see right now. I welcome the opportunity to work with individuals and their loved ones on their journey to greater health and creating meaning in their lives.
I believe all people can heal and change. I have witnessed profound growth in individuals struggling with lifelong, severe mental and emotional problems, and I am privileged to witness my clients' discovering their inner strength every day. Even if you feel hopeless, alone, and overwhelmed, if you're willing to reach out and engage the process of therapy, your path forward may be much brighter than you can see right now. I welcome the opportunity to work with individuals and their loved ones on their journey to greater health and creating meaning in their lives.
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Addiction Counselor in Valparaiso, Indiana. I have 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Addiction Counselor in Valparaiso, Indiana. I have 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
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Kathleen Goldbranson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Valparaiso, IN 46383
I am passionate about empowering children, adolescents and adults to overcome the many struggles of life that may be impeding their personal success. My goal is to create a safe and accepting environment using a client-centered approach so that all clients are given the opportunity to explore, understand, and cope with life’s challenges, events, and relationships. I especially love working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and I have worked extensively with adolescents in an educational setting as well as individuals experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, and significant stress.
I am passionate about empowering children, adolescents and adults to overcome the many struggles of life that may be impeding their personal success. My goal is to create a safe and accepting environment using a client-centered approach so that all clients are given the opportunity to explore, understand, and cope with life’s challenges, events, and relationships. I especially love working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and I have worked extensively with adolescents in an educational setting as well as individuals experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, and significant stress.
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I am a trained trauma therapist specializing in children, adolescents, adults and families with trauma. My counseling expertise includes those who have behavioral, emotional and/or life functioning issues related to a difficult life events and or mental illness. I enjoy supporting my clients as they reach the best version of themselves, so that they can live life to the fullest. I also have experience supporting trauma for first responders, veterans, and other professionals.
I am a trained trauma therapist specializing in children, adolescents, adults and families with trauma. My counseling expertise includes those who have behavioral, emotional and/or life functioning issues related to a difficult life events and or mental illness. I enjoy supporting my clients as they reach the best version of themselves, so that they can live life to the fullest. I also have experience supporting trauma for first responders, veterans, and other professionals.
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Shannon Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Valparaiso, IN 46383
Let's face it - communication is key. At work, with your kids and of course with your current or former partner. For over a decade, Shannon Johnson has helped families, couples and individuals get "unstuck." And learning to communicate effectively has been a key element. Her primary goal is to make you feel safe, comfortable and at ease in each and every session.
Let's face it - communication is key. At work, with your kids and of course with your current or former partner. For over a decade, Shannon Johnson has helped families, couples and individuals get "unstuck." And learning to communicate effectively has been a key element. Her primary goal is to make you feel safe, comfortable and at ease in each and every session.
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Konnor Jameson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Valparaiso, IN 46383 (Online Only)
I have experience working with a wide range of clients including young children as well as older adults. My counseling style is relaxed, warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. I believe in a person-centered counseling approach where my clients are able to feel a sense of respect and autonomy. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral and strengths based. I will tailor our sessions and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I thoroughly believe that ANYBODY can benefit from therapy no matter what age, gender or race.
I have experience working with a wide range of clients including young children as well as older adults. My counseling style is relaxed, warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. I believe in a person-centered counseling approach where my clients are able to feel a sense of respect and autonomy. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral and strengths based. I will tailor our sessions and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I thoroughly believe that ANYBODY can benefit from therapy no matter what age, gender or race.
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Alli Kaminski
Counselor, MA, LMHC, RYT, CCTP-II, EMDR II
Verified Verified
Valparaiso, IN 46383 (Online Only)
My intention as a holistic therapist is to help facilitate what I believe our purpose here is on earth, which is to become the best versions of ourselves. I help you process and work through traumas, toxic relationships, addictions, and/or poor coping skills that prevent you from becoming your best self. I use a combination of treatment modalities to custom fit your needs. I utilize EMDR, person centered, CBT, DBT, systems and attachment theory to facilitate the healing process. I also incorporate mind, body and spirit modalities to encourage a holistic transformation. I look forward to meeting with you!
My intention as a holistic therapist is to help facilitate what I believe our purpose here is on earth, which is to become the best versions of ourselves. I help you process and work through traumas, toxic relationships, addictions, and/or poor coping skills that prevent you from becoming your best self. I use a combination of treatment modalities to custom fit your needs. I utilize EMDR, person centered, CBT, DBT, systems and attachment theory to facilitate the healing process. I also incorporate mind, body and spirit modalities to encourage a holistic transformation. I look forward to meeting with you!
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Josefina Reign- Beamon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Valparaiso, IN 46383
Josefina is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who takes a holistic approach to working with her clients. She understands that improving each client’s well-being is about helping them to create a more balanced life. When working with clients she considers each client’s emotional, psychological, physical, and spiritual dimensions.
Josefina is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who takes a holistic approach to working with her clients. She understands that improving each client’s well-being is about helping them to create a more balanced life. When working with clients she considers each client’s emotional, psychological, physical, and spiritual dimensions.
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Diane K Olson-Burkhardt
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Valparaiso, IN 46383
Waitlist for new clients
In this stressful world that we live in today, the essential activities that we all forget to participate in are to: Live, Breathe, & Play! I strive to provide a safe, nurturing and non-judgmental environment for those that I serve so that they may achieve their optimum health and wellness. In my practice, I utilize client-centered, integrative and holistic techniques to aid in helping persons obtain their maximum potential in their life and their relationships.
In this stressful world that we live in today, the essential activities that we all forget to participate in are to: Live, Breathe, & Play! I strive to provide a safe, nurturing and non-judgmental environment for those that I serve so that they may achieve their optimum health and wellness. In my practice, I utilize client-centered, integrative and holistic techniques to aid in helping persons obtain their maximum potential in their life and their relationships.
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Are you feeling stressed, lost, or on edge? Maybe you can't pinpoint the reason why and do not know how to decrease these feelings. Maybe you want to create a change in your life and do not know where to begin. I am here with the hope we can work through life's challenges and changes together in a nonjudgmental space where you can be heard, seen, and supported.
Are you feeling stressed, lost, or on edge? Maybe you can't pinpoint the reason why and do not know how to decrease these feelings. Maybe you want to create a change in your life and do not know where to begin. I am here with the hope we can work through life's challenges and changes together in a nonjudgmental space where you can be heard, seen, and supported.
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As an experienced Licensed Social Worker, I have worked extensively with children, adolescents, and adults from various backgrounds. I believe my role as a clinician is to assist others in taking control of their circumstances to achieve their own goals, thereby helping themselves and others to maximize the quality of their lives. My educational background assumes a developmental approach which explains growth, change, and consistency though the lifespan in biological, social, emotion, and cognitive areas. Developmental psychology looks at how thinking, feeling, and behavior effect one’s health and perspective.
As an experienced Licensed Social Worker, I have worked extensively with children, adolescents, and adults from various backgrounds. I believe my role as a clinician is to assist others in taking control of their circumstances to achieve their own goals, thereby helping themselves and others to maximize the quality of their lives. My educational background assumes a developmental approach which explains growth, change, and consistency though the lifespan in biological, social, emotion, and cognitive areas. Developmental psychology looks at how thinking, feeling, and behavior effect one’s health and perspective.
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Dr. Le Fevre specializes in Developmental, Neurodevelopmental and Psychoeducational evaluations for infants/toddlers, children and adolescents. Dr. Le Fevre is a First Steps credentialed provider specializing in early intervention. Also offering private evaluations for Developmental Delays, Autism, ADHD and Learning Disabilities.
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My ideal client is one who has a committment to growth. They are seeking peace and tranquility in their lives. I believe that our mission in life, is to be joyful. Many times, we pick up beliefs and practices that get in the way of fully experiencing the joy in our lives.Teaching clients the skills they need to unravel day to day issues is my ultimate goal. My clients struggle with a variety of life issues such as; depression, anxiety, grief, lonliness and relationship issues to name a few. We partner together through the process of healing.
My ideal client is one who has a committment to growth. They are seeking peace and tranquility in their lives. I believe that our mission in life, is to be joyful. Many times, we pick up beliefs and practices that get in the way of fully experiencing the joy in our lives.Teaching clients the skills they need to unravel day to day issues is my ultimate goal. My clients struggle with a variety of life issues such as; depression, anxiety, grief, lonliness and relationship issues to name a few. We partner together through the process of healing.
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Nicole Krueger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Valparaiso, IN 46383
My passion is to help guide children, adolescents and adults during times of hopelessness and fear. I believe that your past does not determine your future. My practice emphasizes providing evidence-based therapeutic interventions proven to be effective and is facilitated in a safe, caring, confidential and non-judgmental environment. Over a decade of experience in mental health has embraced my passion in helping adolescents and adults heal. I have extensive training treating clients who experience a variety of distressing symptoms related to; PTSD/Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Bi-Polar Disorder, Grief and Loss, Divorce-Related Issues, Stress and Anger Management, Codependency and many more.
My passion is to help guide children, adolescents and adults during times of hopelessness and fear. I believe that your past does not determine your future. My practice emphasizes providing evidence-based therapeutic interventions proven to be effective and is facilitated in a safe, caring, confidential and non-judgmental environment. Over a decade of experience in mental health has embraced my passion in helping adolescents and adults heal. I have extensive training treating clients who experience a variety of distressing symptoms related to; PTSD/Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Bi-Polar Disorder, Grief and Loss, Divorce-Related Issues, Stress and Anger Management, Codependency and many more.
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I want to create an environment where you can work to become the best version of yourself. I believe that you have the ability to heal from whatever storms life has thrown your way. My goal is to help you become your authentic self. I strive to produce an environment where you feel validated, heard, and empowered. I use many different methods depending on the circumstances. I like to evaluate and hear my clients and then come up with a treatment that you are a part of and take ownership of. I want you to be able to attain the goals we have set together. I want you to strive and thrive to be all that you want to become.
I want to create an environment where you can work to become the best version of yourself. I believe that you have the ability to heal from whatever storms life has thrown your way. My goal is to help you become your authentic self. I strive to produce an environment where you feel validated, heard, and empowered. I use many different methods depending on the circumstances. I like to evaluate and hear my clients and then come up with a treatment that you are a part of and take ownership of. I want you to be able to attain the goals we have set together. I want you to strive and thrive to be all that you want to become.
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Are you not struggling, but also not succeeding to the level you desire? I believe that we all have the ability to reach our full capacity as individuals by changing our behaviors, thinking, and the way we react to various situations by learning more about ourselves. Self-awareness is the key to wellness; when we learn more about ourselves then we can make the necessary adjustments to feel better and live the life that feels more aligned with your true self.
Are you not struggling, but also not succeeding to the level you desire? I believe that we all have the ability to reach our full capacity as individuals by changing our behaviors, thinking, and the way we react to various situations by learning more about ourselves. Self-awareness is the key to wellness; when we learn more about ourselves then we can make the necessary adjustments to feel better and live the life that feels more aligned with your true self.
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I am currently not taking clients after 2:30pm. I have been working with individuals, couples, children and families as a therapist since 2002. With a welcoming approach, I am able to offer fresh insights that can improve your relationships and behavior. I am able to help identify patterns, generate solutions, and minimize shame.
I am currently not taking clients after 2:30pm. I have been working with individuals, couples, children and families as a therapist since 2002. With a welcoming approach, I am able to offer fresh insights that can improve your relationships and behavior. I am able to help identify patterns, generate solutions, and minimize shame.
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First, great job being here! Finding a counselor is an important task, and finding one that matches your needs is even more important. I am so appreciative that you are here. I might be a good match for you if: you are interested in working with a counselor that will take a collaborative journey with you, that will listen, challenge, and validate you, and will sprinkle in a bit of humor (when the time is right). I believe we strive to be our best selves, but we don’t always know what ‘best selves’ mean; that is where I come in!
First, great job being here! Finding a counselor is an important task, and finding one that matches your needs is even more important. I am so appreciative that you are here. I might be a good match for you if: you are interested in working with a counselor that will take a collaborative journey with you, that will listen, challenge, and validate you, and will sprinkle in a bit of humor (when the time is right). I believe we strive to be our best selves, but we don’t always know what ‘best selves’ mean; that is where I come in!
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Dominique Jackson-Pittman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, TMH-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Valparaiso, IN 46383 (Online Only)
Do you often feel on edge, fatigued, or irritable? Do you feel like there are no other options or that no one is listening? Do you feel like you struggle to focus on the present because of so much thought on the past? Do you isolate or often feel down? These are all common for many of us at different parts of our lives. Many of us need support and struggle to discover who and what resources we have so that we may overcome life stressors. Therapy could be just what you need to tap into your best you! You have made a major step in your mental health journey just by searching for a therapist to fit your needs.
Do you often feel on edge, fatigued, or irritable? Do you feel like there are no other options or that no one is listening? Do you feel like you struggle to focus on the present because of so much thought on the past? Do you isolate or often feel down? These are all common for many of us at different parts of our lives. Many of us need support and struggle to discover who and what resources we have so that we may overcome life stressors. Therapy could be just what you need to tap into your best you! You have made a major step in your mental health journey just by searching for a therapist to fit your needs.
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Cheryl L. Montalbano-Rahmany
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LCAC, MAC, ICOGS
Verified Verified
Valparaiso, IN 46385
I have been a therapist for 20 years and have treated adult clients with mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and trauma, as well as dual diagnosis, substance abuse, and problem gambling. I have also seen adolescents in treatment for substance abuse and problem gambling issues. I believe it is important for the client to feel secure and at ease in a supportive therapeutic environment, without judgment, and that it is necessary to empower the client to resolve the issue and live his or her best life.
I have been a therapist for 20 years and have treated adult clients with mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and trauma, as well as dual diagnosis, substance abuse, and problem gambling. I have also seen adolescents in treatment for substance abuse and problem gambling issues. I believe it is important for the client to feel secure and at ease in a supportive therapeutic environment, without judgment, and that it is necessary to empower the client to resolve the issue and live his or her best life.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.